NEW JOB OPENING
FORKLIFT OPERATOR
IN Covington, GA, USA!

 

Date Posted: 04/15/2026
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 499859
Job Title: Forklift Operator
Job Location: Covington, GA, USA, 30014
Work Model: Onsite
Shift: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Employment Type: Temporary
FT/PT: Full-Time
Estimated Duration (In months): 13
Min Hourly Rate($): 17.50
Max Hourly Rate($): 17.50
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Forklift Operator, Logistics, Manufacturing, Material Handling, Warehouse
Experience Desired: Forklift operations experience (3+ yrs); Warehouse or related experience (1+ yrs); Material handling, logistics, or manufacturing processes experience (1+ yrs)
Preferred Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

**C2C is not available**

 

Job Description
***Only qualified Warehouse Forklift Operator candidates located near Covington, GA to be considered due to the position requiring an onsite presence. ***



Requirements & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 0–1 year of warehouse or related experience (or equivalent training)

• Must obtain and/or maintain required licenses, training, or certifications (e.g., forklift)

• Drug Test required



Skills & Competencies Required:

• Basic knowledge of material handling, logistics, or manufacturing processes

• Ability to read, write, interpret, and comprehend English documents

• Basic math calculation skills

• Effective communication with team members and supervisors

• Ability to work in a metrics-driven environment

• General computer skills



Role Overview

This is a forklift-focused warehouse role responsible for moving materials, parts, assemblies, and finished goods within a warehouse or plant environment. The position requires adherence to SOPs, quality guidelines, and safe material handling practices in a metrics-driven environment.



Key Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as forklifts, conveyors, cranes, handcarts, and power trucks

• Move materials, parts, assemblies, and finished goods within the facility

• Maintain records as required

• Follow defined SOPs and quality standards

• Perform routine tasks using prescribed processes and procedures

• Work under general to limited supervision

• Perform other duties as assigned



Physical Demands

• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, balancing, and climbing

• Regular lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and reaching

• Frequent use of hands (including repetitive wrist and finger movements)

• Ability to lift and/or move over 50 lbs



Work Environment

• Exposure to:

o Moving mechanical parts

o Extreme weather conditions

o Vibration

o High or elevated work areas (occasionally)

o Fumes or airborne particles (occasionally)

• Temperature conditions:

o Hot in summer (no AC)

o Cold in winter (limited heating)

• Noise level: Moderate to loud

• Must be comfortable working in a physically demanding and fast-paced environment

• Must adhere to all safety and quality guidelines
  • **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

  • **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**


 

Benefits:
For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website.

California Pay Equity:
For information and details on pay equity laws in California, please visit the State of California Department of Industrial Relations' website here.

Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.

If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department.

Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.).

 

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About Rose

  • Founded in 1993
  • Office Locations Across the U.S.
  • 150+ Clients: Corporations and Government Agencies
  • Employee Oriented Company
  • Challenging Assignments Across the U.S.
  • Continuous Professional Development

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